This meme was created for YA Midnight Reads to showcase our latest hauls and what’s been going on in our lives.

Latest Happenings

Larissa

My life has been pretty crazy lately, leaving no time for blogging or commenting. Which as I did a bit of yesterday, made me realize how much I miss talking to y’all. With school being basically done and just three exams to go I can practically taste summer. I’m super excited and hopefully it’ll give me time to spend doing what I love (talking to fellow bloggers and blogging) before University sweeps me off my feet to a world of pain.

So why was I so busy??? A big part of that was the fact I GRADUATED AND WENT TO PROM. See below for the inevitable pic spam. Today was pretty fun as went to the lake with my best friend, which consisted of us attempting to tan, read and paddle board. We then ended up at Peter’s, which is on the other side of the city but so worth it because oh my god. Best burgers ever. Tonight I’m going out with my boyfriend (!!! being able to now say that still is so exciting hah) for dinner so that should be fun.

Inevitable grad/prom pic spam:

Mel

Okay so clearly my life hasn’t been as interesting as Larissa’s, haha! I have pretty much finished with all of my assessment tasks for the semester so this means the blog will definitely be getting more content back, and hopefully we’ll fix this post schedule once and for all xD But in other awesome news, I found out just last week that YA Midnight Reads was quoted on the front cover of Burn by Paula Weston! THIS IS TOTAL MADNESS. Being in the inside of a novel is exciting enough, and now excuse me as I go flail because WE MADE IT TO THE FREAKING FRONT COVER.

It was basically a session hosted by Adele Walsh on YA contemporary with the two lovely aforementioned authors, and they both spoke so insightfully. Among several other things, they discussed what kinds of labels Laurie and Sara’s books get that they really dislike, so I was particularly interested to hear what their responses were seeing as I do use ‘labels’ when reviewing books. Laurie said that the label she disliked for her novel, Speak, was ‘gritty’ whereas she loves hearing it being labelled as ‘honest’ because that’s exactly what she aimed to do. To tell an honest story about a girl’s emotional journey from the repercussions being raped. As for Sara, she hates her novels being dubbed as ‘controversial’. Also, I loved Laurie’s immediate “Oh hell no” response when asked if writers should ‘just write what they know’ and I must agree! In all, it was just a truly entertaining and thoughtful discussion, and I’m so glad that the Centre of Youth Lit organised this. Kudos to them!

Also, can we talk about how IT IS ALREADY JUNE?! I’ve only just come to terms that it’s 2015 but nooooo, the universe is mocking me and telling me that we’re already halfway finished 2015. This is insane. INSANE, I TELL YOU. Before I know it, VCE will be well and truly here. *cries*

Newest Arrivals

Juniors by Maui Hart Hemmings: This is the most perfect beach read ever, considering it does take place in Hawaii ahhh. Took it to the lake today and read a bit.

Blood and Salt by Kim Liggett: BEYOND excited to read this one. It seems like it’s going to be such a haunting and impactful read.

Tangled Webs by Lee Bross: Requested this one because the premise really called out to me. However, having a lot of trouble getting into it…

Never Always Sometimes by Adi Alsaid: This one seemed like another quite beachy and light read so I requested it. I also just want to read about the love interest having green hair okay

Daughter of Deep Silence by Carrie Ryan: Bought this one for myself because lksdjfdklsjf. It was pretty enjoyable overall! Gave it 3.5 stars

P.S. I love You by Jenny Han: Another one I bought and read right away. So cute guys oh my god, and I related so much. Waffling between 3.5 and 4 stars.

~Thank you Penguin Canada, Harlequin Teen and Disney Hyperion~

Mel

So yes, I received A LOT of books over the recent weeks. In which half of them I bought. Because I clearly cannot grasp the meaning of self control. *nods sagely* ANYWAY, I’d be here forever if I were to talk about every single one of these books but in general, the books on the left are all the books I got off Book Outlet last month that (finally) arrived last week! Don’t they just look so gorgeous with they’re beauteous hardcoverness? As for Wintergirls and If You Could Be Mine that are hiding in that stack, I bought those two while I was at the Writing Matters event so I could get them signed. On the right are all the review copies (plus The Program which I traded for with the lovely Chiara @ Delicate Eternity. Thanks, gal!)

Melanie is one of the totally fabulous bloggers at YA Midnight Reads. She's a 16 year old student from Melbourne, Australia. She is normally found binge watching TV series, reading , blogging, procrastinating or fangirling about how Percabeth is the best ship ever. She's also a lover of caps lock and uses it excessively.

Want more posts like this?

66 Responses to Midnight Madness Newsletter (84)

Larissa: Happy graduation, lovely!! Ahh you look gorgeous in your photos. 🙂 And a boyfriend? Eek, when can we meet him? 😛

AHH BLOOD AND SALT. I am dying with want over here! I got Never Always Sometimes this week too… I sense another buddy read invite, girl. 😉 I’m reading Daughter of Deep Silence right now though and I’m kind of not getting into it???

Mel: Again, congratulations on the blurb! That’s SO awesome, especially since it’s a favorite read of yours! And I LOVED that the authors talked about how their books were labelled. That would’ve been awesome to witness.

I’m seeing some awesome books in your haul! Seraphina is AMAZING. And so is The Program. 🙂 I didn’t like Trouble, but I hope you have better luck with it!Aimee @ Deadly Darlings recently posted…Weekly Recap #6: Much Sad News

Aww thank you girl <33 You're making me blush haha. And yes a boyfriend hehe [; he makes me happy and right now things are going good.

Yes Blood and Salt! So excited to read that one (: And yasssss girl. I'm so up for a buddy read with you. [; Yeah tbh I was kinda underwhelmed by Daughter of Deep Silence considering my major excitement.

Thank you, Aimee! Right? I am so overjoyed, and it totally made my day when I found out. Heck, I still don’t think I’m over it xD Yeah, I’ve seen a lot of mixed reviews for Trouble so I have my fingers crossed that I’m one of those people who like it!

I KNOW RIGHT. HOW IS IT ALREADY HALFWAY THROUGH THE YEAR? And congrats so much on getting on the BURN cover!! GAHH. HOW EXCITING!!

Larissa — Ahhh, congrats on graduating!! That’s exciting!! Any idea on what you want to do next? Also great to hear that Daughter of Deep Silence was good — I’m really looking forward to reading that one.

Mel — Ooh, I was reading about YA Matters. It looked really, really awesome. Enjoy your new books! Trial by Fire was pretty good. And I’ve heard really good things about jackaby, too. I’m curious to see what you think of The Novice. I haven’t heard all that much about it yet.Kara @ Diary of a Teen Writer recently posted…Sunday Weekly Wrap Up (63) & Stacking the Shelves (43)

I understand Mell. I have zero self control too when it comes to buying books :/ I got back from BEA and preordered 5 books right in a row…There are some books that just came out too and I’m itching to buy.Stephanie@ThesePaperHearts recently posted…BEA 2015 and New York City Recap

Congratulations, Larissa! Also, I’ve never heard of Juniors before, but i’m definitely going to check it out now that I know it’s set in Hawaii!
Wow, Melanie. That’s a lot of books. I love Book Outlet though!
Can’t believe YA Midnight reads is a blurb on the FRONT COVER of a book! Congrats!
Olivia @ Fluttering PagesOlivia @ Fluttering Pages recently posted…Weekly Wrap-Up #5

I know I can’t believe half of 2015 as sneaked by, and if you think the first half went fast, just wait the second half with summer and all its sunshine and fun will breeze right by. You ladies have been busy. Congrats on graduating!Heidi recently posted…The Sunday Post #139th Edition Saturday Style

WHAT?! That is so exciting!! And it’s just you on the front cover too! Not compiled with other people!! Congratulations!! I just got my first mention in a print book a little while ago (inside the front cover in the advance praise section) and I know exactly how you feel! Well, maybe on a little lesser scale… 😀

You look stunning Larissa, congratulations on graduating! It must be amazing to have the Summer to look forward to, I wish it was warmer over here in the southern hemisphere.

And a big congratulations to you Mel for being quoted on a book, that’s a fantastic achievement (I think that classifies you as officially famous now). Awesome haul as well, hope you enjoy all your new reads.

Wow..halfway through the year! crayzayyyy ! Larissa It looks like u had an amazing time at prom and graduating i mean that is awesome! congrats!!
Mel, WOW MAKING THE COVER. psh! You’re famous girls! haha that is so so so amazing, awesome, brilliant! I love it!!!! <3
Your book haul is amazing. I haven't read Trial of Fire yet..or Seraphina and really wanna read them. I have trial of fire just have to get to it haha. I know the sequel is going to be out soonish so i will probly wait until it comes out bc i like to read the whole / as much of the series as possible lol 😉Diamond @ Dee’s Reads recently posted…Mini Review: The Ice Dragon by George R.R. Martin

First, congratulations on graduating, Larissa! And you looked absolutely lovely at prom! I am so happy that things have been going so well for you lately 🙂

And then… HOLY CRAP A COVER??!?! Ladies, that is amazing. I mean…. AMAAAAZING. I didn’t even know that COULD happen, and yet.. omg. I want to buy this book just to be like “Hey, I KNOW THEM!”. I mean, I would be giddy to be quoted on the inside of a book, or you know.. anywhere 😉 But a cover!? I am so very excited for you!!!

Wow congrats on graduating Larissa! And you look lovely in those prom pictures! Much excitement!!!

And woahhhh you guys congrats on being quoted on the front cover! That is some serious feat. I cannot wait to buy myself a copy of the book and show it to everyone I know and be like: “I KNOW THE CHICK WHO WROTE THIS” haha

AHH THANK YOU CAIT <33 Yeah honestly there's no such thing as self control. For example, you should just take a break from life and just keep reading all the Rick Riordan because self control isn't a thing at all.

Wow so many exciting things!! Larissa congrats on graduation and prom – the pictures are lovely!! Mel – wow the cover is awesome!! Plus you both had amazing book hauls!Grace @ Rebel Mommy Book Blog recently posted…Review ~ Her Sister’s Shoes

LARISSA YOU LOOK SO CUTE AND *GASP* WHAT? A BOY? A BOYYYY? DO TELL. You commented on my blog recently so I’m forgiving you.

MEL YES IT IS 2015. AND CONGRATS ON BEING QUOTED. I AM SO PROUD. I’m so glad that it’s summer here right now. And I’m glad it’s June. Kind of. Well, it’s not what I expected, but at least it’s warm. 🙂Valerie recently posted…ARC Review: More Happy Than Not

Well it looks like both your lives has been hectic lately! Larissa looks great in her prom photos and I’m guessing she had a blast! Mel, that event looks like so much fun! Your books look great with the pretty signatures. You both hauled so many great this books these few weeks and I am so jelly! 😉 Thanks for the recap.

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Name *

Email *

Website

Midnightians

Melanie is a 16 year old student from Melbourne, Australia. She's known as that crazy melodramatic fangirl to her friends and loves spending her time procrastinating, fangirling over Percabeth, wasting her life away on Twitter and reading (duh). Addictions include gummy bears, ice-cream, coffee and binge-watching TV shows. Friends, New Girl, The 100, HTGAWM and Sherlock are her true loves.

Celine is 18 years old and from the Netherlands. She's been a reader for as long as she can remember, and she believes she will be one forever. Though books will forever remain her number one, she also loves food, singing like no one's listening (even though they probably are), dancing like no one's watching (in her dance class, AKA where people are definitely watching) and doodling on every place that can and can't be doodled on.